Joy of Learning Center is a place that children and parents consider their second home a place where they are accepted and loved a place where laughter and play are cherished.
We hold a special pride in the center's professional staff which is well trained, qualified and experienced.
They are truly the strength of our program. Our role and the role of the staff is dedication and commitment to the child care which promises each family the comfort of knowing that your child is our child when left in our care.
We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality in academic program available.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
yes
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
256 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Rates differ by age groups and locations.
Admissions Director
Shazia Abro & Dr. Kamran Abro
Application URL
School Notes
- We currently have three locations, Woodlawn, Milford Mill, are in Baltimore County and Lanham in Prince Georges County.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Joy Of Learning Center?
The application deadline for The Joy Of Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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